The Perfect Drink for Every Occasion: 151 Cocktails That Will Freshen Your Breath, Impress a Hot Date, Cure a Hangover, and More

Hardback

Main Details

Title The Perfect Drink for Every Occasion: 151 Cocktails That Will Freshen Your Breath, Impress a Hot Date, Cure a Hangover, and More
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Duane Swierczynski
Physical Properties
Format:Hardback
Pages:256
Dimensions(mm): Height 177,Width 128
Category/GenreCocktails
ISBN/Barcode 9781594745072
ClassificationsDewey:641.874
Audience
General
Illustrations 35 2-COLOR SPOT

Publishing Details

Publisher Quirk Books
Imprint Quirk Books
Publication Date 14 June 2011
Publication Country United States

Description

Better Living Through Alcohol Didn't think it was possible? Think again! The Perfect Drink for Every Occasion features 151 new and classic cocktails designed to complement every situation imaginable . . . and then some. Whether you're getting married, going to prison, trying to lose weight, hoping to impress your coworkers, or watching your favorite James Bond flick, we've got your (gl)ass covered. Discover the perfect drink to . relieve your cold (page 34) . impress Julia Roberts (page 62) . erase the memory of your own name (page 95) . serve on the Fourth of July (page 117) . order at a Star Trek convention (page 158) . and much, much more!Complete with recipes for White Russians, French Martinis, Gin Rickeys, Harvey Wallbangers, Margaritas, Eggnog, and 145 other favorites, The Perfect Drink for Every Occasion is comprehensive enough to be the only bar book you'll ever need.

Author Biography

When he's not mixing cocktails, Duane Swierczynski indulges plenty ofother vices. He's written several crime thrillers, including Expiration Dateand Severance Package, most of which have been optioned for TV or film.He's also written for Marvel Comics and collaborated with CSI creatorAnthony E. Zuiker on a series of best-selling "digi-novel" thrillers includingLevel 26- Dark Origins and Dark Prophecy. His most recent novel isFun & Games, the first in a trilogy of thrillers. He and his family live inPhiladelphia. Visit him at www.duaneswierczynski.com or follow him onTwitter, @swierczy.

Reviews

"Top-notch suggestions and recipes along with history lessons, tips and drinking-game ideas. Just remember to read responsibly."-American Way Inflight Magazine